Cost of Living Emerges as Potential Deciding Factor in Record-Breaking Texas Senate Race
Source Summary
The Texas Senate race between Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic State Representative James Talarico has become the most expensive non-presidential race in U.S. history, with over half a billion dollars spent. The outcome could determine control of the U.S. Senate. Rising costs of food, gas, and housing are emerging as potential deciding factors for voters in the closely watched contest.
Why it matters
The Texas Senate race directly affects which party controls the U.S. Senate, making it consequential for national legislative power.
